Wayside Gardens Acer Weeping Japanese Maple
Best low-maintenance focal point for small gardens or container displays.
This weeping maple is the ultimate low-maintenance showstopper for small spaces, offering deep burgundy color that actually survives the summer heat. You sacrifice rapid growth for a refined, cascading silhouette, but the trade-off is a slow-growing architectural piece that demands almost nothing from you.
$119.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking consistent, vibrant foliage throughout the growing season
- Landscapers wanting a sculptural, artistic focal point for garden beds
- Homeowners desiring a dramatic, fiery autumn color display
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with only full-sun, exposed planting locations
- Budget-conscious buyers needing immediate, full-sized tree impact
- Hands-off gardeners preferring low-maintenance, pest-resistant plants
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Deep burgundy laceleaf foliage creates a dramatic, high-contrast focal point.
Space Efficiency
Compact size and slow growth make it perfect for small-space gardening.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal pruning and thrives with standard, consistent watering habits.
Seasonal Versatility
Offers reliable color shifts from summer burgundy to vibrant autumn scarlet.
Container Suitability
Well-suited for pots, allowing for flexible placement on patios or decks.
Climate Adaptability
Broad hardiness range ensures success across most temperate growing zones.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Acer palmatum var. dissectum
Item Form
2-Gallon
Mature Height
5 feet
Mature Width
6 feet
Hardiness Zones
5 - 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Growth Rate
Slow
Root Form
Container Grown
Foliage Type
Deciduous
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